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MS Salacia Nile Cruise

The MS Salacia Nile Cruise delivers an extraordinary luxury experience along the timeless Nile River, blending sophistication, comfort, and personalized service. Designed for an intimate atmosphere, the vessel accommodates only 59 guests, ensuring privacy and tranquility throughout the voyage. Sailing between Luxor and Aswan, this elegant cruise allows travelers to explore Egypt’s most celebrated monuments while enjoying world-class amenities, fine dining, and serene river views. With thoughtfully curated itineraries of 3, 4, or 5 nights, guests can immerse themselves in the wonders of ancient

  • Duration4 days / 3 nights
  • Type5-Star
MS Salacia Nile Cruise

Overview

The MS Salacia Nile Cruise delivers an extraordinary luxury experience along the timeless Nile River, blending sophistication, comfort, and personalized service. Designed for an intimate atmosphere, the vessel accommodates only 59 guests, ensuring privacy and tranquility throughout the voyage. Sailing between Luxor and Aswan, this elegant cruise allows travelers to explore Egypt’s most celebrated monuments while enjoying world-class amenities, fine dining, and serene river views. With thoughtfully curated itineraries of 3, 4, or 5 nights, guests can immerse themselves in the wonders of ancient Egypt while indulging in modern elegance and comfort.

Highlights

  • Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk on the Aswan day
  • Esna's temple is visited, not merely sailed past
  • Kom Ombo and Edfu on the days under way
  • Both of Luxor's banks covered before disembarkation
  • Sails Aswan to Luxor, or Luxor to Aswan

Itinerary

  1. 1Embarkation in Aswan – Philae Temple & Unfinished Obelisk

    Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be greeted by a representative and transferred to the MS Salacia Nile Cruise for check-in before lunch. After settling into your suite, enjoy your first meal on board. In the afternoon, begin exploring Aswan’s highlights with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, an ancient monument that reveals the techniques of ancient stone carving. Continue to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island. Return to the ship for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay in Aswan. Meals: Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Aswan

  2. 2Kom Ombo – Sailing to Esna

    After breakfast, the cruise sails north toward Kom Ombo. Disembark to visit the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. Return to the ship for lunch and enjoy afternoon tea as you sail toward Esna. Dinner is served on board while you relax and take in the tranquil Nile scenery. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Esna

  3. 3Esna Temple – Luxor East Bank

    Enjoy breakfast before visiting the Esna Temple, known for its beautifully preserved hypostyle hall. Continue sailing toward Luxor, passing through the Esna Lock. In the afternoon, explore Luxor’s East Bank, including the grand Karnak Temple Complex and the magnificent Luxor Temple, both rich in ancient history and architectural splendor. Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight in Luxor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Luxor

  4. 4Luxor West Bank – Disembarkation

    After breakfast, disembark and begin your tour of Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the burial site of Egypt’s pharaohs, followed by the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece nestled against towering cliffs. After the tour, transfer to the airport or railway station, marking the end of your journey. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: —

  5. 1Embarkation in Luxor – East Bank Temples

    Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be met and assisted before being transferred to the MS Salacia Nile Cruise. After check-in, enjoy lunch on board as your luxury journey begins. In the afternoon, explore the East Bank of Luxor, visiting the vast Karnak Temple Complex with its towering columns and sacred lake, followed by the elegant Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated at night. Return to the ship for dinner and overnight in Luxor. Meals: Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Luxor

  6. 2Luxor West Bank – Sailing to Edfu

    After breakfast, set out to explore Luxor’s West Bank, home to the Valley of the Kings, where generations of pharaohs were laid to rest in elaborately decorated tombs. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning monument dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female ruler. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon for photos before returning to the cruise for lunch. The ship then sails toward Edfu via the Esna Lock. Enjoy afternoon tea and dinner on board as you relax and take in the Nile’s beauty. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Edfu

  7. 3Edfu – Kom Ombo – Sailing to Aswan

    Begin the day with a visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo to explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Return to the ship for dinner and overnight in Aswan. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Aswan

  8. 4Aswan Sightseeing

    After breakfast, start your day with a visit to the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully situated on Agilkia Island. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, an immense monument that offers insight into ancient stone-carving techniques. Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy the afternoon at leisure, relaxing on the sun deck or in the lounge. Dinner is served on board as you spend your final night on the Nile. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Aswan

  9. 5Disembarkation in Aswan – Farewell

    Enjoy your final breakfast on board while admiring the serene views of Aswan. After check-out, you will be transferred to the airport or railway station, concluding your unforgettable Nile cruise filled with history, comfort, and elegance. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: —

What’s included

  • Meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station
  • Accommodation on board the MS Salacia Nile Cruise on a full-board basis
  • Professional tour guide fluent in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
  • All sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
  • Bottled water provided during excursions
  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • All applicable service charges and taxes

Not included

  • Optional excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping

How booking works

  1. Send your dates

    Use the enquiry form with your travel dates and how many people are coming. Nothing is charged and nothing is held at this point.

  2. We reply with a plan

    You get a written itinerary and a full price back — what is included, what is not, and what the alternatives are if a date or a hotel does not work.

  3. You change what you want

    Go back and forth as many times as you need. The itinerary is not fixed until you say it is.

  4. Confirm and travel

    Once the plan is right, we confirm the bookings and send you the final documents with your guide and driver details.

Frequently asked questions

How long is MS Salacia Nile Cruise?

4 days and 3 nights in total, counted from your arrival day to your departure day.

Is there a day-by-day itinerary?

Yes — 9 days are written out above, with what you see and where you sleep on each one. Every day can be changed before you book.

How much does MS Salacia Nile Cruise cost?

It starts at $799 per person. The final price depends on your dates, your group size and the hotel level you choose, so we quote it for your specific trip rather than selling a fixed package.

What is included in the price?

8 things are included, listed in full above. In short: meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station; accommodation on board the ms salacia nile cruise on a full-board basis; professional tour guide fluent in english, portuguese, german, or spanish; all sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions, and more.

What is not included?

The exclusions are listed above in full. The main ones are optional excursions not mentioned in the itinerary; personal expenses; tipping. Ask us before you book if you want any of them added — most of them can be.

Can this trip be changed?

Yes. Nothing on this page is fixed. Days can be added or dropped, sites swapped, hotels moved up or down, and the whole route rebuilt around what you actually want to see.

What to pack

Clothing

  • Loose cotton or linen — it is hot in the sun and cold on the water after dark
  • A light long-sleeved layer for evenings and for sun cover at open sites
  • Shoulders and knees covered for mosques and churches; a scarf for women at mosques
  • One warm layer between November and February — desert nights drop sharply

Feet

  • Closed walking shoes you have already broken in — temple ground is uneven stone and sand
  • Sandals or slip-ons for the boat and the hotel

Sun and heat

  • A wide-brimmed hat — there is almost no shade at Giza, Karnak or Abu Simbel
  • High-factor sunscreen and lip balm with SPF
  • Sunglasses
  • A refillable water bottle

Practical

  • A universal adapter — Egypt uses European two-pin type C and F sockets at 220V
  • Any medication you take, in its original packaging
  • Small notes in local currency for tips and small purchases
  • A power bank — you will be off a socket for most of each day

Gallery

The Temple of Isis at Philae standing on its island in the Nile at AswanThe Unfinished Obelisk — view 7The Temple of Kom Ombo — view 8The Temple of Khnum at Esna — view 3The Nile River — view 3

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